Although Mars is no longer at its closest to Earth, as it was during the summer, it still shines brightly. The planet will be low in the sky from the UK, but with a clear unobstructed sky, you can't miss it! Photo by Stuart Atkinson.

For years, amateur astronomers have been watching for and photographing Iridium flares, which are caused by a particular group of Earth satellites used for satellite phones. But these flares will soon end. Read more